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Babies, toddlers and school-age children

Speech therapy for children

Clinically reviewed by Kimberly Martins, M.A. CCC-SLP

From first words to reading and writing, our speech-language pathologists help children communicate with confidence. We work with your family in English, French and other languages, in person at our Montréal clinic, at home, or online across Quebec and Ontario.

When to talk to a speech-language pathologist

  • Your child understands or says fewer words than other children their age, or isn't combining words by about age 2
  • People outside the family find your child hard to understand
  • Your child repeats or stretches sounds, or struggles to get words out
  • Your child has trouble following instructions, telling a story or making friends
  • Reading, spelling or writing is a struggle at school
  • You have concerns about feeding, swallowing or how your baby uses their mouth

Trust your instincts: you don't need a referral, and an assessment can answer your questions early.

What we help children with

Speech sound disorders: articulation and phonologySupport for children who are hard to understand or who mispronounce sounds past the typical age, in English, French and the other languages of your home.Childhood apraxia of speechCareful assessment and frequent, movement-focused therapy for children who have difficulty planning and sequencing the movements of speech.Language delays and language disordersSupport for children and teens who have difficulty understanding or using language, from late talkers to school-age developmental language disorder.Literacy: reading, spelling and the language underneathSupport for children and teens who find learning to read and spell difficult, built on the sound and language skills that literacy depends on.Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)Support for people whose speech does not yet meet all their communication needs, using signs, pictures or speech-generating devices alongside speech.Stuttering and cluttering therapy for children, teens and adultsSupport for children, teens and adults who stutter or clutter, with approaches matched to age, goals and the way stuttering affects daily life.Voice therapy for hoarseness, vocal nodules and professional voice usersTherapy for hoarse, tired or strained voices in children, teens and adults, including teachers, singers and other professional voice users, in collaboration with ENT physicians.Dysarthria therapy for clearer speech after neurological conditionsTherapy for motor speech difficulties caused by neurological conditions, focused on clearer, more effective communication with the people you talk to every day.Swallowing and feeding therapy for children and adultsAssessment and therapy for swallowing difficulties in adults and feeding difficulties in children, carried out with safety first and in collaboration with physicians.Social communication, autism and neurodivergent profilesNeurodiversity-affirming support for how children, teens and adults use language with other people, built around connection, comfort and self-advocacy rather than fitting in.Orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMD)Assessment and therapy for how the tongue, lips and jaw rest and move during feeding, swallowing, chewing and breathing, from a baby's first feeds to adults with tongue thrust or mouth breathing, coordinated with your medical and dental team.Parent coaching and Hanen programsCoaching that helps parents and caregivers use proven strategies in daily routines, drawing on Hanen programs such as It Takes Two to Talk and More Than Words.

How we can help

Speech and language assessment for children, teens and adultsA play-based assessment in every language your child uses, with a clear report and plan.Individual speech and language therapy for children, teens and adultsRegular sessions that target your child's goals, with strategies for home.Speech therapy groups and day camps for childrenSmall groups and summer camps where children practise with peers.Speech therapy by telepractice across Quebec and OntarioOnline sessions from home, anywhere in Quebec and Ontario.

How therapy works for children

  • Sessions are built around play and your child's interests, so practice feels like fun.
  • Parents are part of every step: you see what we do and leave with ideas for home.
  • With your permission, we can share reports and strategies with your child's daycare or school.
  • Bilingual children are assessed and supported in all of their languages.

Articles for parents

Illustration of a bowl of purée with a spoon, soft pieces of food and a small open cup, for the guide to baby feeding milestones from 0 to 12 monthsBaby feeding milestones, 0 to 12 months: how your baby's mouth learns to eatOctober 15, 2026Illustration of a calendar with one date checked and speech bubbles, for the guide to speech therapy waiting lists in QuébecWaiting for speech therapy in Québec: what happens on the list and what to do meanwhileOctober 13, 2026Title 'Language milestones from 0 to 5 for bilingual children' beside a path from age 0 to 5 with Bonjour, Hello, ¡Hola!, مرحبا and Γειά σου bubbles.Language milestones from 0 to 5 for bilingual children (complete guide and printable chart)October 11, 2026Mother and young son talking on a playroom floor, the boy holding a tablet showing a picture-symbol communication appAAC for Families: What It Is and Why It Does Not Slow SpeechJuly 4, 2026Mother listening as her young son gestures and talks at a kitchen table beside an open notebookADHD and Language: How Attention Shapes the Way Children CommunicateMay 12, 2026Toddler playing with wooden blocks and toy animals on a rug while a mother sits nearby watching attentivelyIs My Child a Late Talker? A Guide for Montreal ParentsMay 12, 2026

Common questions

At what age can my child start speech therapy?

At any age. We see babies for feeding and oral function, toddlers for early language, and children and teens for speech, language, stuttering and literacy. If you're unsure, an assessment is a good first step.

Do I need a referral from a doctor?

No. You can contact us directly. We provide receipts for private insurance.

Can a young child really do therapy online?

Often, yes, especially with a parent nearby. For toddlers, online sessions usually focus on coaching the parent during play, which is a well-established way to support early language.

My child is bilingual. Should we use only one language?

No. A strong home language supports learning a second one. Your clinician will look at all of your child's languages and plan therapy around them.

Do you offer sessions at home?

Yes, in-home sessions are available. Ask us whether we serve your area.

Let's talk about what you're noticing.

No referral needed. Call the clinic or send us a request, and we'll match you with the right clinician.

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